Temp Snowplow Driver/Hwy Maintenance Tech-Custer

State of Montana; Colorado; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Montana Department of Transportation is seeking a full-time temporary snowplow driver in Custer with heavy equipment operation experience for winter road maintenance. The role requires readiness for emergency weather conditions and weekend/holiday work as needed, with a season typically running from mid-November to April depending on weather.

The candidate must have at least one year of heavy-truck or construction equipment operation experience and possess a Montana CDL Class A license with no

Qualifications

• One (1) year experience driving heavy truck or operating construction equipment.
• Knowledge of highway maintenance and basic vehicle maintenance.
• Ability to make estimates of materials needed.

Responsibilities

• Snow removal
• Cleaning the right of way
• Fixing guardrail
• Repairing fences, signs, and luminaires
• Traffic control
• Salt brine production

Skills

Heavy equipment

Education

CDL Class A

Job description

Role Overview

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for a full time temporary snowplow driver in Custer with heavy equipment operation experience for winter road maintenance.

Duties

• Snow removal
• Cleaning the right of way
• Fixing guardrail
• Repairing fences, signs, and luminaires
• Traffic control
• Salt brine production

Must be available for emergency weather conditions and be able to work on weekends and holidays as needed. Season typically begins mid-November and ends in April, depending on weather.

Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions and remain focused and seated for extended periods of time. Must be able to perform moderate physical activity in lifting, carrying, and/or operating the tools and equipment. The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Required Education and Experience

One (1) year experience driving heavy truck or operating construction equipment. Requires knowledge of highway maintenance and equipment operation including basic diesel/gasoline vehicle maintenance. Basic math, record keeping, computer skills and the ability to make estimates of materials needed.

• A valid Montana Commercial Operators License (Class A, Type II) with no restrictions, a tank endorsement and a valid Medical Examiner's Certificate (MEC).
• Applicants with a learner's permit or a Class B CDL have 30 days to obtain the necessary Montana Commercial Operators License.
• A successful applicant must live or relocate within 45 road miles of the work headquarters and must have a telephone or be reasonably accessible to the section headquarters.

Other Information

• This is a temporary position offering up to six (6) months of employment.
• Applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in a practical-test and a behavioral-based interview.
• Applicants may be eligible for placement up to a Maintenance Technician Level III if they have documented relevant experience from a city, county, or state highway road department(s) where they were employed for the purpose of road maintenance. Experience will determine level placement and wage.
• Driver's record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicant's permanent driving records. Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201, "State Vehicle Use," and MDT Policy #6.03.001, "State Vehicle Use Policy" are conditions of employment. (if applicable)
• Requires a negative pre-employment drug screen. Maintenance Technicians will also be regularly randomly selected for drug testing, per federal law.

These positions belong to the AFSME bargaining unit. The successful candidate will receive more information about the union during the onboarding process.

Equal Opportunity

The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer.

Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply.

Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054.

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program, our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace.

Effective 5/26/2026, MDT is participating in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov